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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's AutomaticvsSpinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800
Bradner Pearl Diver
SpinnakerBradner Pearl Diver
MSRP $370

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Bradner Pearl Diver42mm
Power Reserve
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Bradner Pearl Diver40h
Water Resistance
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
Bradner Pearl Diver180m
MSRP
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800
Bradner Pearl Diver$370

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
18mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
180m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Emerald

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$370

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What people say

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Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

The Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver is noted by owners as large on smaller wrists, with a 50mm lug-to-lug and 15mm height being a concern, though some find it acceptable with specific strap choices. Opinions on finishing quality vary, with one owner reporting issues like a poorly seated bezel and crooked indices. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver with mixed reviews regarding its size and finishing.

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